With prices for new vehicles setting records seemingly every month, more and more buyers are turning to the used-vehicle market to fill their automotive needs and carmakers are responding.
One way they are helping consumers by bolstering their used car programs, the latest being Stellantis, which is planning to expand its “Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program” to cover older vehicles.
Covers all brands
The new CPO Go program allows customers to purchase a certified Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram or Fiat vehicle that is six to 10 model years old and/or vehicles between 75,001 and 120,000 miles. Every CPO Go vehicle goes through a rigorous 125-point inspection and is backed with a factory three-month/3,000-mile Mopar maximum care limited warranty, Stellantis said.
Previously, the CPOV program covered vehicles one to five model years old and up to 75,000 miles, according to Stellantis.
“With more buyers keeping their vehicles longer, our new extended offering allows our owners an added degree of confidence when purchasing one of our certified pre-owned Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep or Ram brand vehicles,” said Jeff Kommor, head of U.S. sales for FCA.
“Our CPO Go program is extremely competitive in the marketplace, offering certified warranty upgrades that will cover the certified pre-owned vehicle up to 9 years after original in-service date,” he said.
Must pass certification
Every certified pre-owned vehicle must pass a certification process, which includes 125-point inspection and reconditioning process using authentic Mopar parts.
The program also includes an extended three-month/3,000-mile Mopar maximum care limited warranty includes full mechanical coverage with a $100 deductible. Coverage starts on the date of the certified purchase and continues for three months or 3,000 miles, whichever occurs first, and covers most vehicle mechanical components for more than 5,000 parts. To learn more and shop for vehicles, Stellantis added.
Buyers will also get a CarFax Vehicle History Report, which documents that the vehicle is clear of any prior title obligations. The CarFax Buyback Guarantee protects buyers from unknowingly buying a used car with DMV-reported incidents. Coverage lasts one year and is transferable.
The service also includes 24-Hour Towing/Roadside Assistance: 24-hour Sign-and-Go for up to $100 per occurrence, including flat-tire service, gas delivery, battery-jump assistance, lockout service and towing service. It also includes a Car Rental Allowance and a three-month trial subscription for SiriusXM Guardian and Satellite Radios.
Nice to know there are Stellantis cars/trucks still running with 120,000 miles.